1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (40 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 53.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
