2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Century weights approximately 870 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.
Because 1988 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 1988 Toyota Century 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. 1988 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Duna | Century |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |
