2006 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1975 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Ulysse | 1975 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Ulysse | 240 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
