2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Doblo | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
