2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Duna (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna.
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, 2000 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Duna | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
