1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 11 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 615 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera 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. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Duna | Brera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
