1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2000 Honda Insight
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. 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 19 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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 Fiat Duna (140 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight 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. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2000 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Duna | Insight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2460 mm |
