1969 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1998 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Because 1969 Austin 3-Litre 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 1969 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1969 Austin 3-Litre (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 3-Litre | 1998 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 3-Litre | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
