1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2004 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2004 Lancia Zeta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. Both 1999 Fiat Ulysse and 2004 Lancia Zeta are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Zeta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Zeta. (180 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 2004 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ulysse | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
