1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 835 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1400 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
