1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 13 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 979 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 4379 mm |
