2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1968 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair 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 67 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 898 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 1968 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ulysse | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
