2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1989 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Ford Falcon.
Because 1989 Ford Falcon 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 1989 Ford Falcon. 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 (271 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1989 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
