2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 310 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
