2008 Fiat Multipla vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Fiat Multipla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 373 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Multipla | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Multipla | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
