1987 Ford Meteor vs. 2010 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
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, 2010 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Meteor | 2010 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Meteor | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
