2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1978 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex 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 79 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1978 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ducato | Rex |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 1930 mm |
