1981 Fiat 131 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 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 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 39 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 131 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
