2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 336 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Duna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2370 mm |
