1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1999 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 965 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1999 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Abarth | Fiat |
| Model | 1300 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2830 mm |
