2005 Honda Insight vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight.
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, 2012 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Insight | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2755 mm |
