2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1983 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corona (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 263 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Because 1983 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 1983 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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corona. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Doblo | 1983 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |