1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor.
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, 1982 Ford Meteor (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
