2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Lapin 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Doblo (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. (62 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Lapin. 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 Suzuki Lapin (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Lapin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Doblo | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
