2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Doblo | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
