1995 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 956 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Astro | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Astro | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3460 mm |
