2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 28 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Torino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
