2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 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 33 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ducato | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
