2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos is newer by 5 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, 2001 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Duna weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 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 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 2006 Hyundai Atos 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. 2006 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Duna | Atos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
