2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Duna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 995 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
