1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2006 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Multipla | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Multipla | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
