1996 Fiat Armadillo vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Armadillo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Armadillo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Fiat Armadillo (200 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Armadillo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Armadillo | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Armadillo | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1574 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2911 mm |
