2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 208 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Multipla | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Multipla | Picnic |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |