2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Duna (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Because 1975 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Duna | 1975 Fiat Mirafiori | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Duna | Mirafiori |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |