2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 585 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Doblo | Today |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |