2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Terios | Duna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.8 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
