2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 80 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Duna | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
