1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Maxima 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 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 689 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, 2007 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2007 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2007 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
