2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1992 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 184 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1992 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Doblo | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
