1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Multipla and 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 314 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Multipla | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Multipla | Lancer |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |