1968 Dodge Dart vs. 2006 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 406 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Because 1968 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 2006 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Dart | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
