1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 53 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (155 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 983 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
