1999 Fiat Multipla vs. 1999 Renault Clio
To start off, both 1999 Fiat Multipla and 1999 Renault Clio were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Multipla (100 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Renault Clio. 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, 1999 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Multipla | 1999 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Multipla | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
