2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ducato | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1367 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2500 mm |
