2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 795 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2386 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
