1962 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 106 kg more than 2004 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Spider | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
