1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato

To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 230 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.

Because 1967 Opel Commodore 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 1967 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Opel Commodore 2010 Fiat Ducato
Make Opel Fiat
Model Commodore Ducato
Year Released 1967 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2237 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 3460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 90 L


 

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