1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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 4 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Duna | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
