2001 Fiat Multipla vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Multipla and 2001 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Fiat Multipla. 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 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Multipla | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Multipla | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |