1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 310 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Duna | 3 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |