2008 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth VIP (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth VIP should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP.
Because 1968 Plymouth VIP 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 Plymouth VIP. 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ulysse. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ulysse | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | Ulysse | VIP |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 5208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
