2006 Fiat Ducato vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 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 6 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ducato | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ducato | 146 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
