2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 540 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ducato | K |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
