2000 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Acura NSX 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 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | NSX | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3460 mm |
