2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1994 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Tempra 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 50 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 990 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1994 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ducato | Tempra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 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 Weight | 2020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
