2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 1968 Peugeot 504D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1968 Peugeot 504D (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Doblo | 504D |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
