1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Vega.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Vega. 1970 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Vega | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
