1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1047 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna. 2009 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | Duna | Town Car |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3150 mm |