1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 40 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), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 108 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1971 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 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 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 | 1048 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
