2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 1958 Ford Popular
To start off, 2000 Fiat Multipla is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 565 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Popular is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Multipla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Fiat Multipla (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 1958 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | Popular |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2300 mm |
