2007 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 963 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Ulysse | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ulysse | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
