1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1996 Fiat Multipla and 1996 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Multipla (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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 Opel Vectra (185 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Multipla | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Multipla | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
