2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1994 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1994 Lotus Elan.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1994 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Ducato | Elan |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2260 mm |