2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Doblo | Retona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
