2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra 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 50 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1995 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ducato | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
