1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (56 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 646 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ulysse | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
