2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 36 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1999 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 1999 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, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
