1968 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2001 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2001 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 3,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 9 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2001 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Chevelle | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3768 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
