2004 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1985 Lotus Excel
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lotus Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lotus Excel would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Because 1985 Lotus Excel 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 1985 Lotus Excel. 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, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lotus Excel. (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lotus Excel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Ulysse | 1985 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Fiat | Lotus |
| Model | Ulysse | Excel |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
