2009 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 286 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ulysse. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ulysse | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Ulysse | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
