2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 1972 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ulysse | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
