2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen SP2.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Doblo | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
