1998 Fiat Multipla vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 6 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 (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life 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, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1998 Fiat Multipla (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Multipla | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Life |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
