1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2009 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 756 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2009 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2570 mm |
