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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 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 665 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 (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (140 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 | 1581 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
