1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 327 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Duna | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |