2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 460 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 1993 Porsche 968 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 1993 Porsche 968. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Ducato | 968 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 92 L |