2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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 36 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1593 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
