1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 845 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
