2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 44 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Because 1968 Opel Commodore 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 1968 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
