1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 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 12 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 291 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Escort |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
