2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Fiat Palio.
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, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Doblo | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
