2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 181 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 Dacia Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Dacia | Fiat |
| Model | Sandero | Duna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 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 | 1111 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
