2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1975 ZIL 117
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 ZIL 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 ZIL 117 would be higher. At 6,959 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 ZIL 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 ZIL 117 (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 ZIL 117 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 ZIL 117 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 ZIL 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 ZIL 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 ZIL 117 (571 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 ZIL 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1975 ZIL 117 | |
| Make | Fiat | ZIL |
| Model | Ducato | 117 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 6959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 3310 mm |
