1957 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 800 kg more than 1957 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 600 | 2006 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 60 L |
