2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 740 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ducato | 944 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
