2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 2007 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2007 Fiat Doblo (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 2007 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 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 | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
