2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 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 32 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 813 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Ulysse | 124 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
