1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Duna weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Duna | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Duna | Familia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |