2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 494 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Doblo | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
