1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 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 107 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 500 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
