2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 204 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1989 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Capri |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
