1990 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2010 Fiat Multipla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 332 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2010 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | Honda | Fiat |
Model | Civic | Multipla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 1450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |