1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1037 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 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1922 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3200 mm |
