2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 466 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 1995 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Doblo | Samara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
