1996 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2011 Fiat Multipla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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, 2011 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Celica. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Celica | 2011 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Celica | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
