2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 564 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Duna | Vectra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |