2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Renault 18.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | 18 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
