2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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 (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2001 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
