1953 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2003 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 272 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1953 Austin-Healey 100 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 1953 Austin-Healey 100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Doblo, 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, 1953 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin-Healey 100 | 2003 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Fiat |
Model | 100 | Doblo |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |