1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 580 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
