1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Duna and 1998 Fiat Brava were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Brava weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Duna | Brava |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |