1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfasud | Ducato |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1185 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3210 mm |