2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930. 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 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Doblo | 930 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1385 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
