1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 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 44 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 1300 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |