2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |