1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2001 Rover 45 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 45 weights approximately 175 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.
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, 2001 Rover 45 (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Duna | 45 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
