1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, both 1996 Fiat Multipla and 1996 Mazda 121 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Multipla (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 319 kg more than 1996 Mazda 121. 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, 1996 Fiat Multipla (144 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm). This means 1996 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Multipla | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Multipla | 121 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 103 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |