2003 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Doblo would be higher. Both 2003 Fiat Doblo and 2005 Lancia Ypsilon are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Fiat Doblo. 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 Lancia Ypsilon (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Doblo | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
