1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 399 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.
Because 2008 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
