2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1965 Saab MC
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Saab MC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Saab MC would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Saab MC. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1965 Saab MC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 507 kg more than 1965 Saab MC. 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Saab MC. (91 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Saab MC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1965 Saab MC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Doblo | MC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 841 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2500 mm |
