2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 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 17 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ducato | 504 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2910 mm |
