1979 Dodge Omni vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 33 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), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Omni. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Omni. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Omni weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Omni. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Omni | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
