2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (83 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 525 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla 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 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
