2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 840 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
