2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 436 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
