1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2002 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 2002 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2002 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
