2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. Both 2005 Fiat Ulysse and 1988 Lancia Hit are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Ulysse | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ulysse | Hit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
