1999 Fiat Multipla vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Fiat Multipla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Multipla. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 184 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Multipla | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
