1995 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1995 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Ulysse | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ulysse | Toronado |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |