2007 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2007 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2007 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 (182 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2007 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
