1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 14 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
