2001 BMW 520 vs. 2001 Fiat Duna
To start off, both 2001 BMW 520 and 2001 Fiat Duna were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 520 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 785 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 520 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 2001 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 520 | 2001 Fiat Duna | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 520 | Duna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |