2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort 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 55 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1982 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | Escort |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2400 mm |