2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Fiat Multipla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 235 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Multipla | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
