2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Opel Tigra.
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, 1998 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Doblo | Tigra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |