2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda 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 17 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 459 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Doblo | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2180 mm |
