2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Duna and 2001 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Prius (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 320 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, 2001 Toyota Prius (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2001 Toyota Prius 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. 2001 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Duna | Prius |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |