2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 1998 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |