1.6 E.torQ vs 1.3 MultiJet II

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
1.3 MultiJet II ACCEPTABLE 75/100
+9 points over 1.6 E.torQ
0 / 100
CAUTION 1.6 E.torQ Fiat
0 / 100
ACCEPTABLE 1.3 MultiJet II Fiat

Specifications

1.6 E.torQ
1.3 MultiJet II
Brand
Fiat
Fiat
Verdict
CAUTION
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
66
75
Years
2016--2020
2003--2020
Displacement
1598 cc
1248 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Diesel
Power
110 hp
75--95 hp
Known Issues
1
2
Total Risk Cost
€300--€1,000
€1,200--€2,300

Character

1.6 E.torQ

"Tipo (Brazil-sourced). Not the strongest Fiat engine. Oil consumption. Head gasket concerns at high mileage. Limited specialist knowledge in Europe vs Brazil. Avoid if alternatives exist."

1.3 MultiJet II

"Tiny diesel workhorse. Found in 500, Punto, Doblo, even Suzuki/Opel. Swirl flap issues. Cheap to run."

Issues Comparison

1.6 E.torQ 1

▲ HIGH
Oil consumption / head gasket €300--€1,000 80,000 km--150,000 km

1.3 MultiJet II 2

▲ HIGH
Timing chain stretch at high mileage €800--€1,500 100,000 km--150,000 km
● MODERATE
EGR valve failure + city DPF concern €400--€800 80,000 km--150,000 km

Models

1.6 E.torQ 1

500X 334 2015--2018

1.3 MultiJet II 7

500L 330 2012--2022 Tipo 356 2016--2020 500X 334 2015--2024 Doblo 1.3 MultiJet 263 2005--2020 MPV MiTo 1.3 JTDm 955 2008--2018 Hatchback Punto 1.3 MultiJet 199 2005--2018 Hatchback Ypsilon 1.3 MultiJet 846 2003--2020 Hatchback
Full 1.6 E.torQ Report Full 1.3 MultiJet II Report