2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2003 Fiat Multipla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 238 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Multipla | 19 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83.5 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 | 1300 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
