1958 Alvis TD vs. 1999 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Alvis TD.
Because 1958 Alvis TD 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 1958 Alvis TD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1999 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Alvis | Fiat |
| Model | TD | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
