2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Nova would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 890 kg more than 1994 Holden Nova.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova. 1994 Holden Nova 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. 1994 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ducato | Nova |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
