2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 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 1990 Maserati 420.
Because 1990 Maserati 420 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 1990 Maserati 420. 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, 1990 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Fiat | Maserati |
Model | Doblo | 420 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1360 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |