2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 877 kg more than 1963 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Ulysse (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Fiat | Wartburg |
| Model | Ulysse | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
