1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Duna and 1999 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 1999 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 1999 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Fiat | Dodge |
Model | Duna | Ram |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |