1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alpina | Fiat |
| Model | B 10 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
