2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 309 kg more than 1986 Rover 825.
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 (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825. (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 1986 Rover 825 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Ulysse | 825 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
