1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
