2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 143 kg more than 1996 Ford Contour.
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, both vehicles can yield 180 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Contour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
