2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
