1962 Rover P5 vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Doblo.
Because 1962 Rover P5 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 1962 Rover P5. 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, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Rover P5 | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | P5 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
