1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 40 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
