1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1990 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1998 Fiat Multipla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 315 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1990 Lotus Esprit 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 1990 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Multipla | 1990 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Fiat | Lotus |
Model | Multipla | Esprit |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |