2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Volvo 440.
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 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Doblo | 440 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
