1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 335 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 Skoda Octavia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Duna | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
