1959 Holden FC vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 804 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Holden FC 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 1959 Holden FC. 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | FC | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
