2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2000 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2000 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Duna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2370 mm |
