1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto 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 49 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1998 Fiat Punto. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Punto | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Punto | Ducato |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |