1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 594 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
