2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 353 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Multipla | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
