1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. Both 1999 Fiat Ulysse and 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Ulysse | 1997 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Ulysse | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |