2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1997 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ka 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 66 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Ducato | 1997 Ford Ka | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ducato | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |