2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 220 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 1998 Venturi 400 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 1998 Venturi 400. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | Duna | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |