2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX.
Because 1978 Nissan 260 ZX 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 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. 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, 1978 Nissan 260 ZX (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan 260 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
