1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 617 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2011 Honda Accord 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. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Duna | Accord |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2741 mm |