1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2010 Mazda B2300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 30 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 2010 Mazda B2300 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 2010 Mazda B2300. 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, 2010 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2010 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
