2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 368 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Torino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
