1999 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 362 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 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 1967 Riley 4. 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 (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Ulysse | 1967 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Riley |
| Model | Ulysse | 4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
