2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1973 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1973 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Doblo | 304 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
