2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 288 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Ulysse. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4691 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 292 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
