2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Ford Royale
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
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, 1996 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Royale |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
