1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Vibe 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 858 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 Pontiac Vibe (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2007 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Duna | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
