1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 972 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 80 L |
