1976 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 36 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Doblo. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2012 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 | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Estate | Doblo |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |