2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Doblo (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 739 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 500 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Doblo | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | Doblo | 500 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1850 mm |