1983 Dodge 600 vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1983 Dodge 600. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge 600 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2010 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge 600 | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3460 mm |
