1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1998 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 700 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (133 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1998 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | GTA | Multipla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |