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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 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 590 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
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 | 1582 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |