1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 459 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. 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, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | 15 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
