2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (102 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 176 kg more than 1997 Rover 400.
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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Doblo | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
