2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 46 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. (165 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ducato | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2520 mm |
