2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V.
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, 1999 Honda HR-V (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Doblo | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
