1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 91 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 40 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2800 cc |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |