1997 Fiat Duna vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 462 kg more than 1997 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, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Duna | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Duna | Contour |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |