2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 382 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Because 1961 Vauxhall VX4 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 1961 Vauxhall VX4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Doblo | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
