1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1855 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 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Duna | Patrol |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3075 mm |