2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 695 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ducato | Magna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
