1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | Starlet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |