2012 Fiat Multipla vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2012 Fiat Multipla and 2012 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Multipla (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 435 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Multipla | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Multipla | Panda |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |
