2001 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 705 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 156 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |