2003 Fiat Doblo vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 8 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. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500.
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, 2011 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Doblo | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Doblo | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
