1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Sierra 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 1993 Ford Sierra. 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
