2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 716 kg more than 1978 Datsun 280Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Datsun 280Z. 1978 Datsun 280Z has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Datsun 280Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Datsun |
| Model | Ducato | 280Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
