2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | Doblo | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |