2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2012 Fiat Multipla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Multipla (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2012 Fiat Multipla (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Lancer | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
