2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 372 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Because 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Multipla | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
