2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Spectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Spectra (99 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Spectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 96 kg more than 2000 Kia Spectra.
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, 2000 Kia Spectra (146 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Kia Spectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Doblo | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
