2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. Both 2006 Fiat Ulysse and 1997 Honda Prelude are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 403 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. 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, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ulysse | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
