2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 740 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Doblo | 500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |
