2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Plymouth Horizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Horizon 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 25 more horse power than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Plymouth Horizon. (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Plymouth Horizon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Ducato | Horizon |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |