2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 13 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 575 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Brilliance | Fiat |
Model | BS4 | Duna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |