2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Tucson (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 494 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 Hyundai Tucson (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Duna | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2639 mm |
