1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 588 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 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Duna | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2634 mm |
