2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1948 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1948 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1948 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 946 kg more than 1948 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Ford Prefect 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 1948 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Ford Prefect. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 1948 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
