2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1971 Seat 1430
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 290 kg more than 1971 Seat 1430.
Because 1971 Seat 1430 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 1971 Seat 1430. 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, 1971 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1971 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Doblo | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
