1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2004 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 632 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (84 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2004 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTV | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
