2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Smart | Fiat |
| Model | ForTwo | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2570 mm |
