2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1990 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 121 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1990 Lotus Esprit 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 1990 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 1990 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Doblo | Esprit |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |