1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1998 Ford Windstar
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Multipla and 1998 Ford Windstar were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Windstar (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Windstar weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Fiat Multipla. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 1998 Ford Windstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | Windstar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
