1999 Fiat Multipla vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Multipla and 1999 Opel Signum were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Multipla (100 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 Fiat Multipla.
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, 1999 Opel Signum (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Multipla | 1999 Opel Signum | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Multipla | Signum |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
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 | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |