2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 535 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Fiat | Morgan |
Model | Doblo | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |