2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1974 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.

Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Doblo 1974 Porsche 911
Make Fiat Porsche
Model Doblo 911
Year Released 2006 1974
Body Type Panel Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1596 cc 2686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.4 mm 70.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.5:1
Top Speed 168 km/hour 229 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.6 seconds 7 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2270 mm


 

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