1985 Audi 80 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Audi 80. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1985 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 80 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 80 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
