2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1960 Lancia Flavia 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 1960 Lancia Flavia. 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 (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Doblo | Flavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1190 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
