2005 Fiat Multipla vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Fiat Multipla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Multipla (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 343 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Multipla | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Multipla | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
