2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 420 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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 1999 Peugeot 406 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. 1999 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Duna | 406 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
