2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 346 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort.
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, 1981 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 954 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
