2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1991 Holden Barina
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1991 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1991 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Barina. (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1991 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ducato | Barina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2250 mm |
