1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
