1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 680 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 500 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2001 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 500 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2580 mm |
