1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 980 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTV | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
