2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1997 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Doblo | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
