1995 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1995 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 130 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. 1977 Holden Kingswood has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Ulysse has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Ulysse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Holden Kingswood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Ulysse | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ulysse | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
