1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1998 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Duna | 825 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
