2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 605 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corolla 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 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
