2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 606 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Tercel. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Tercel. 1982 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | Tercel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |