2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2001 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Pickup (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup 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 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 2001 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
