2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Doblo | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |