2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1987 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 888 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ulysse | 1987 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Ulysse | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
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 | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |