2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |
