2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1957 Ford Consul
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Doblo (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1957 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Ford Consul 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Doblo (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 1957 Ford Consul | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Consul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
