1998 Rover 200 vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2012 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | 200 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2755 mm |
