1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Because 1988 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
