1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 200 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Cordoba | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3210 mm |
