1999 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 AC Aceca 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 1999 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 2002 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | AC | Fiat |
| Model | Aceca | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
