2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 2001 Fiat Doblo and 1997 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
