2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2003 Fiat Multipla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. 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, 2003 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 2002 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Insight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
