1976 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 (270 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 Nm). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3210 mm |
