2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 464 kg more than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | Starlet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |