1981 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 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 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 910 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3710 mm |
