2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Doblo (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 369 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
