2000 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 2000 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Ulysse (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Ulysse | 1972 Ford Torino | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Ulysse | Torino |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |