2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 340 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.
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, 2006 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Duna | Cooper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |