1998 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, both 1998 BMW 318 and 1998 Fiat Ulysse were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 177 kg more than 1998 BMW 318.
Because 1998 BMW 318 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 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Ulysse. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 1998 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 318 | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |