2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Ducato | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2560 mm |
