2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 545 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS.
Because 1979 Holden GTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Holden GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1979 Holden GTS 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. 1979 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1979 Holden GTS | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Ducato | GTS |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2830 mm |