1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 806 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |
