2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2000 Fiat Multipla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 1999 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1999 Lotus GT 1 (390 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Multipla. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Multipla | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
