2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Doblo | 146 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
