2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 818 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ulysse | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
