1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse

To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 615 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1956 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. 2005 Fiat Ulysse has automatic transmission and 1956 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Fiat Ulysse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1956 Chevrolet Corvette 2005 Fiat Ulysse
Make Chevrolet Fiat
Model Corvette Ulysse
Year Released 1956 2005
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4638 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 245 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1227 kg 1842 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 80 L