2001 Fiat Multipla vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Fiat Multipla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude.
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 (206 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Multipla | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Multipla | Prelude |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |