1997 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 15 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 286 kg more than 1997 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Ulysse | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
