1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1963 Fiat 500
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Multipla (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 950 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 500 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Fiat Multipla (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 1963 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Multipla | 500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1950 mm |
