2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Coupe (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Duna weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe 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. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Smart |
| Model | Duna | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1820 mm |
