1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1998 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1998 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 252 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1998 Fiat Ulysse (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1998 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tempra | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
