2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1973 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1973 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ducato | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
