2001 Fiat Ulysse vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Ulysse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Ulysse would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (122 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Ulysse. (173 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Ulysse | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Ulysse | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
