2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 620 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
