1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 92 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Duna | Accent |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
