2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica 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 18 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 400 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
