1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 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 65 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 127 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3210 mm |
