1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 8 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 799 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |
