1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1970 Honda 1300
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 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 14 more horse power than 1970 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 595 kg more than 1970 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Fiat Multipla (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda 1300. (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 1970 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
