2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 275 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | Corona |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |