1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 365 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Duna | Cooper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2466 mm |