1974 Austin 1800 vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Austin 1800 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 1800 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |
