2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 3 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (105 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | SC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
