2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 1,247 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 810 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Seat 600 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 1967 Seat 600. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Doblo | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |
