1981 Fiat Panda 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 Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Panda 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 75 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Panda | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
