2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1971 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Volvo P 1800 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1971 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ducato | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1986 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
