1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 74 kg more than 1987 Toyota Camry.
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, 1987 Toyota Camry (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Multipla | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
