1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 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 51 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1200 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.2:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |