1998 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2002 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2002 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
