1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 214. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 214 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 214 weights approximately 147 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Duna | 214 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
