1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio.
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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 2000 Kia Rio | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Duna | Rio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |