1995 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 244 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Ulysse. (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Ulysse | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
