2001 Fiat Multipla vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Fiat Multipla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Multipla (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Multipla | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
