2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2003 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
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, 2003 Fiat Doblo (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2003 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
