1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Duster weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Ford | Dacia |
| Model | Fiesta | Duster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2673 mm |
