1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 691 kg more than 1996 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
