2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1997 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 1997 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Duna | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |