2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Doblo | 146 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
