2000 Fiat Duna vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Duna (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 1975 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Duna | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Duna | Escort |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |