1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 405 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Flavia 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 1962 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Ulysse | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
