2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1988 Lada 2107
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 1,451 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada 2107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2107 (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2107 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Lada 2107.
Because 1988 Lada 2107 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Lada 2107. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Lada 2107 (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1988 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Doblo | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
