2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Doblo | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |