2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 Fiat Multipla is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 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 84 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 790 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Multipla | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 22 L |
