2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore 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 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Doblo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
