1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato

To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.

Let's talk about torque, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 1965 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Buick Riviera 2006 Fiat Ducato
Make Buick Fiat
Model Riviera Ducato
Year Released 1965 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6966 cc 2800 cc
Horse Power 288 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 603 Nm 300 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 5610 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 2480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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