2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa 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 26 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 968 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Ulysse | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
