1977 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 335 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1977 Ford Granada 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 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Granada | Ducato |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |