2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1986 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1986 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | Doblo | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
