1975 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1975 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 131 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3710 mm |
