1999 Fiat Duna vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Telstar weights approximately 145 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.
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, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 1989 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
