1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 750 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.
Because 2005 Maserati Spyder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Duna | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
