2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626.
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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Doblo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
