1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1456 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fiat |
| Model | Bianchina | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
