2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1984 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Mazda Cosmo.
Because 1984 Mazda Cosmo 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 1984 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1984 Mazda Cosmo (149 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1984 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Doblo | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
