2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Riley 4 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 1958 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Fiat | Riley |
Model | Doblo | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |