1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 646 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2600 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
