1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 8 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, 2005 Mazda 2 (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 195 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, 2005 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | 2 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
