2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 983 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ulysse | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
