2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 59 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 1971 Jensen SP 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 Jensen SP. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (84 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Fiat | Jensen |
| Model | Ulysse | SP |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
