1980 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Doblo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Estate. 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Doblo. 1980 Buick Estate 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. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Estate | 2011 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Estate | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2755 mm |
