2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat 500 weights approximately 45 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 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1996 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Duna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
