2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Ducato | 156 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |