2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,742 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (340 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Doblo | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1742 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
