Ducati Multistrada 1000 vs Ariel 4G Square Four Mark I (2002)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Multistrada 1000stacks up against the Ariel 4G Square Four Mark I. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Multistrada 1000 | Ariel 4G Square Four Mark I |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2002 | 1953 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 992 cc | 995 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 35 hp |
| Weight | 195 kg | 197 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 L | 4.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 4-speed |
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | 245 | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 | 3.25-19 / 4.00-18 |
Ducati Multistrada 1000 vs Ariel 4G Square Four Mark I — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Multistrada 1000 and the Ariel 4G Square Four Mark I usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Multistrada 1000 brings its published horsepower in a 195 kg package, while the Ariel 4G Square Four Mark I counters with 35 hp at 197 kg.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: