2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Signum would be higher. Both 2006 Fiat Doblo and 1998 Opel Signum are equipped with a 1,909 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (99 HP @ 3120 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
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 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Signum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3120 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
