2004 Fiat Multipla vs. 1996 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2004 Fiat Multipla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Nissan Crew.
Because 1996 Nissan Crew 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 1996 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Multipla | 1996 Nissan Crew | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Multipla | Crew |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
