2001 Fiat Duna vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Duna weights approximately 78 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Because 1973 Mazda RX-3 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 1973 Mazda RX-3. 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, 1973 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Duna | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Duna | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2320 mm |
