1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 37 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulietta | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
