2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri 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 Centauri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 605 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. 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) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Centauri | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
