2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Fiat | Simca |
| Model | Doblo | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
