1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 417 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Ulysse | Rio |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
