2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1974 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Carina (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Toyota Carina.
Because 1974 Toyota Carina 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 1974 Toyota Carina. 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, 1974 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Doblo | 1974 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 950 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |