2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Proton Persona (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 234 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona.
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, 1993 Proton Persona (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Doblo | Persona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
