2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 720 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari 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, 2002 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Doblo | Safari |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |