2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 1971 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ducato | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2866 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2730 mm |
