1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 BMW 1602 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 1975 BMW 1602. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 1602 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
