1968 Fiat Dino vs. 2005 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 385 kg more than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Because 1968 Fiat Dino 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 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat Dino | 2005 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Dino | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 80 L |
