1997 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Ulysse (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1997 Fiat Ulysse (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Ulysse | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ulysse | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
