2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1981 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 685 kg more than 1981 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Crown 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 1981 Toyota Crown. 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1981 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ducato | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
