1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2002 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2002 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTA | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
