1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 16 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 950 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulietta | Ducato |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1357 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |