1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Mirada | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 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 |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3210 mm |
