2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 9 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Fiat Duna (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fiat |
| Model | Lacetti | Duna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
