2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Duna (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 30 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Duna | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
