1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2003 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 650 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 1961 Abarth 700. 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, 2003 Fiat Doblo (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2003 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 700 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
