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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 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 226 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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
