2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
Because 1968 Honda S600 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 1968 Honda S600. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Doblo | S600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
