2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Doblo (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. 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, 2002 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
