1971 Fiat 130 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 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 495 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 130 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
