1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Fiat Doblo (271 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C 15 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
