1974 Austin Maxi vs. 1999 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1974 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 615 kg more than 1974 Austin Maxi. 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, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Maxi | 1999 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Maxi | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
