2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lotus Eclat. (191 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lotus Eclat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Ducato | Eclat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
