1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 651 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 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Multipla | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Multipla | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
