1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 438 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto. 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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 2005 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
