1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Because 1983 Ford Granada 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 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Duna | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Granada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
