2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 2000 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Ulysse (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 642 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Morris Marina 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 1971 Morris Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Fiat Ulysse (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (94 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Ulysse | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Fiat | Morris |
| Model | Ulysse | Marina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1274 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
