1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1998 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1998 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Ulysse (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 426 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Fiat Ulysse (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1998 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
