2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Doblo | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
