1974 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 843 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Passat | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
