2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1956 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Prefect 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 1956 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1956 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2220 mm |
