2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 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 66 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ducato | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2440 mm |
