2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1991 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Doblo | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1020 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 |
