1.6 MultiJet vs FIRE 1.4
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
FIRE 1.4
BUY
78/100
+6 points over 1.6 MultiJet
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
1.6 MultiJet
Fiat
0
/ 100
BUY
FIRE 1.4
Fiat
Specifications
1.6 MultiJet
FIRE 1.4
Brand
Fiat
Fiat
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
72
78
Years
2008--2020
1985--2020
Displacement
1598 cc
1368 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Diesel
Petrol Na
Power
105--120 hp
77--95 hp
Known Issues
0
2
Total Risk Cost
€0--€0
€350--€750
Character
1.6 MultiJet
"Tipo/500X diesel. Decent performance. DMF can wear. DPF city issues. Good highway."
FIRE 1.4
"Punto/Panda/500 engine. Simple, ancient design. 200k+ km possible. Basic but reliable."
Issues Comparison
1.6 MultiJet 0
No documented issues.
FIRE 1.4 2
▲ HIGH
Timing belt (same as 1.2 — mandatory)
○ MINOR
Oil seal wear (age)