1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1999 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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 (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1999 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfetta | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
