1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 305 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 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Duna | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
