1976 Buick Estate vs. 1995 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1995 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 319 kg more than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 1995 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Estate | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |