2000 Fiat Multipla vs. 2001 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2001 Fiat Brava is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Multipla 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 20 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Fiat Multipla (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Multipla | 2001 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Multipla | Brava |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
