1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Caprice | Ducato |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2800 cc |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3710 mm |