1984 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1984 Avanti Avanti 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. 1984 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Avanti | Fiat |
| Model | Avanti | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
