2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
Because 1987 Maserati 420 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 1987 Maserati 420. 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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Doblo | 420 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
