1976 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Fiat Doblo

To start off, 2010 Fiat Doblo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Doblo.

Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Doblo. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 2010 Fiat Doblo
Make Buick Fiat
Model Estate Doblo
Year Released 1976 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 1248 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.8 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2755 mm


 

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