1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 Nissan Maxima
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Duna and 1999 Nissan Maxima were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 460 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.
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 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 1999 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Duna | Maxima |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |