1988 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1988 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Panda | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 770 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
