2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 780 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | C 111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |
