2001 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Doblo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2011 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2011 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Civic | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2755 mm |
