1993 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Holden Commodore (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 390 kg more than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Because 1993 Holden Commodore 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 1993 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Commodore. (288 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Commodore | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Commodore | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
