1989 Audi 100 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 700 kg more than 1989 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 270 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
