2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 442 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
