2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 813 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Ulysse | 311 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
