2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1957 Ford 17M
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford 17M 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 49 more horse power than 1957 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 905 kg more than 1957 Ford 17M. 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) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford 17M. (129 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1957 Ford 17M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | 17M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
