1959 Volvo 120 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 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 741 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 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 Volvo 120. 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 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Volvo | Fiat |
| Model | 120 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
