2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,813 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1973 Nissan Laurel 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 1973 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1813 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
