2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 11 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lada Niva weights approximately 65 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.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Doblo | Niva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |