1995 Nissan Serena 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 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 570 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Serena | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | Serena | Ducato |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2283 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3460 mm |