1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1996 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Ulysse (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 628 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Ulysse (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ulysse | 204 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
