2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Toyota Carina (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |