1969 Fiat 850 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 850 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 850 | Ducato |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |