1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 222 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
