1997 Fiat Duna vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 570 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 Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy 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 Premacy | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Duna | Premacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |