2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 394 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Doblo | 121 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |