1990 Dodge Colt vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Colt | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3210 mm |
