2003 Fiat Doblo vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 385 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Doblo | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Laser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
