2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825i would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825i weights approximately 471 kg more than 2000 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, 1986 Rover 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Duna | 825i |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
