2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1983 Saab 900
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Saab 900 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 9 more horse power than 1983 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1983 Saab 900.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1983 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Ducato | 900 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
