1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 4 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan MM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan MM (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan MM should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan MM weights approximately 950 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan MM (372 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan MM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna. 2001 Nissan MM has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan MM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Duna | MM |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1530 mm |
