2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440.
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 Volvo 440 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Doblo | 440 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
