2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (39 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1956 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ducato | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |