1959 Fiat 1800 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 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
