1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 4 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 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2003 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Because 2003 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Duna | Commander |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |
