1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 1996 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 1996 Fiat Multipla and 1996 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Toyota MR2.
Because 1996 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 1996 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Multipla | 1996 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Multipla | MR2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |