2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1976 Ford Taunus has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Taunus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2580 mm |
