1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 2 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Multipla | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
