2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 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 45 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ducato | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
