2003 Fiat Doblo vs. 1958 Ford Consul
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Doblo (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Consul 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 1958 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Doblo | 1958 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Consul |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
