2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Doblo | 912 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2220 mm |