2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 454 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
