1999 Fiat Multipla vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Multipla would be higher. 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 1 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Multipla | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 Width | 1880 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
