1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2010 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Doblo is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2010 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
