1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
