1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 242 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Duna | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Duna | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2489 mm |
