1988 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 972 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace. 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, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Vivace | 2009 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
