1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTA | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
