1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Duna and 1999 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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 Suzuki Samurai 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 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Duna | Samurai |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |