2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1973 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 983 kg more than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Spitfire. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 1973 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Triumph |
| Model | Ulysse | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
