1999 Fiat Multipla vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1999 Fiat Multipla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (102 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Multipla. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 180 kg more than 1997 Rover 400.
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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Multipla | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Multipla | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
