2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1978 Nissan Skyline (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
