1981 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 300 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Caprice.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Caprice | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
