1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 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 1956 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 30 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2570 mm |
