2001 Fiat Multipla vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Fiat Multipla is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Multipla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Multipla | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Multipla | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
