2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Because 1988 Ford Sierra 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 1988 Ford Sierra. 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, 1988 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
