2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1988 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic 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 36 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1988 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ducato | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1370 mm |