2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Tata E
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Duna and 2001 Tata E were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata E weights approximately 440 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 2001 Tata E 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 2001 Tata E. 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, 2001 Tata E (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 2001 Tata E | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Duna | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2810 mm |