2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 11 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626.
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, 1992 Mazda 626 (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Doblo | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 74 mm |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
