2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. 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 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1979 Subaru DL | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Ducato | DL |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |