2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. 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 (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Capri |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
