2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 550 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2300 mm |
