2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ducato | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
