1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 1998 Fiat Multipla and 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 21 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 1998 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Multipla | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
