2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Doblo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
