2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 145 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 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 1997 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Doblo | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |