2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 153 kg more than 1978 Renault 18.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Renault 18 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | 18 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
