2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor.
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, 1982 Ford Meteor (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
