2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 315 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.
Because 1989 Venturi Coupe 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 1989 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | Ducato | Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2410 mm |