1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Doblo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Doblo. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2011 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Fiat |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6596 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2755 mm |
