2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Doblo | Nova |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
