2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ascari KZ1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ascari KZ1 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 670 kg more than 2007 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2007 Ascari KZ1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ascari KZ1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ascari |
| Model | Ducato | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2636 mm |
