2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 2003 Fiat Multipla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Volvo 440.
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, 2003 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Multipla | 440 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
