2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Because 1983 Ford Mustang 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 1983 Ford Mustang. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
