1979 Dodge Omni vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Omni. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Omni would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1979 Dodge Omni. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Omni.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Omni | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Omni | Ducato |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1715 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |