2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1975 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Maverick (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Because 1975 Ford Maverick 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 1975 Ford Maverick. 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, 1975 Ford Maverick (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1975 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
