2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Carina (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |