2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo 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) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ducato | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1043 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
