1979 Datsun Laurel vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Datsun Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Datsun Laurel would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Datsun Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Datsun Laurel (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Datsun Laurel should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 832 kg more than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Datsun Laurel. (175 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Datsun Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Datsun Laurel | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Datsun | Fiat |
| Model | Laurel | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
