2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Doblo | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |