2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Rover 200.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Doblo | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
