1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1988 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Aerostar 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 1988 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1988 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1988 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
