1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
