1990 Nissan Pintara 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 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Nissan Pintara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Nissan Pintara | 2010 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Pintara | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
