1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Multipla | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| 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 | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
