1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 960 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Abarth 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Abarth | Fiat |
Model | 2200 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |