2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ducato | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 847 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
