2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Maserati Shamal 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 1990 Maserati Shamal. 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Fiat | Maserati |
| Model | Doblo | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
