2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
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, 1998 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | Doblo | EL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2619 mm |
