1959 Berkeley Foursome vs. 2004 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2004 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 1268 kg more than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. 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, 2004 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley Foursome. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley Foursome | 2004 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Berkeley | Fiat |
Model | Foursome | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 1736 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |