1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 2012 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 16 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 907 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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 2012 Nissan Titan. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Multipla. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Multipla has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Multipla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Multipla 2012 Nissan Titan
Make Fiat Nissan
Model Multipla Titan
Year Released 1996 2012
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1581 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 522 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 2217 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 4060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 140 L


 

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