2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2001 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 710 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Fiat Ulysse (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ulysse | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2220 mm |
