2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort 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 4 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 334 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
