1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 126 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3210 mm |
