1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
