2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 1979 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ducato | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2410 mm |