2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lotus Elan weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Elan. (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Ducato | Elan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| 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 | 161 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
