2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 435 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 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2604 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
