1990 Toyota MR2 vs. 2012 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2012 Fiat Multipla is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota MR2 (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Because 1990 Toyota MR2 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 1990 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Toyota MR2 | 2012 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | MR2 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
