2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1970 Ford 12 M
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 12 M 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 1970 Ford 12 M. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1970 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | 12 M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
