2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1979 Seat 131
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 131 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 131 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 131 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1979 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1979 Seat 131 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Ducato | 131 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2500 mm |
