1959 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1100 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 Fiat 1100. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1100 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
