1990 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Rover 400 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Rover | Fiat |
Model | 400 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3460 mm |