2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Fiat Multipla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1986 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Multipla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Multipla | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
