2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Doblo | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
