1998 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Ulysse (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 452 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Fiat Ulysse (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Ulysse | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Ulysse | Corona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
