2003 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Doblo | Indigo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |