2003 Dodge Neon vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2003 Dodge Neon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna.
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, 2003 Dodge Neon (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Neon | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Neon | Duna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
