2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 143 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Doblo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1177 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
