2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 535 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2300 mm |
