2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Doblo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
