1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 1996 Fiat Ulysse and 1996 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 60 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Ulysse | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Ulysse | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |