2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 494 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
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, 1988 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Doblo | Barina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2250 mm |
