1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport.
Because 1971 Chrysler Newport 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 1971 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Newport | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
