1994 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 1994 Fiat Ulysse (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Ulysse | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Ulysse | 156 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
