1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1994 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 34 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 604 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Ulysse | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
