2007 Fiat Ducato vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf 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) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volkswagen Golf. (97 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ducato | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ducato | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
