1955 Studebaker President State vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Studebaker President State (174 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 186 kg more than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Because 1955 Studebaker President State is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Studebaker President State. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm). This means 1955 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Studebaker President State | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Studebaker | Fiat |
Model | President State | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |