2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Corona (97 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo. 1980 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Doblo | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |