2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Fiat Duna

To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Impala and 2001 Fiat Duna were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 642 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2001 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Impala 2001 Fiat Duna
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Impala Duna
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1698 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 59 HP
Torque 305 Nm 105 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1572 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2370 mm


 

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