1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2001 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 10 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 90 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 1960 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2001 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 90 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
