2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 67 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Ducato | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2430 mm |
