1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 Holden Commodore

To start off, both 1999 Fiat Duna and 1999 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 680 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 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Fiat Duna 1999 Holden Commodore
Make Fiat Holden
Model Duna Commodore
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1698 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 105 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2950 mm


 

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