1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 1974 Chevrolet Nova has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chevrolet Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Nova | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3710 mm |
