The Fiat Ulysse 2.0 16v JTD with a Bailey Ranger 510 with an actual weight of 1235 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Fiat is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Bailey with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
209
213
Mountains
Risk of snaking
210
206
Weight ratio: 64% (71% of kerbweight)
1235 kg
1936 kg
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Fiat Ulysse 2.0 16v JTD Bailey Ranger 510
Actual Weights
Bailey Ranger 510: 1235 kg.
Fiat Ulysse 2.0 16v JTD: 1936 kg.
Noseweight: 70 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 64%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 209 points).
Speeds of 73 mph (117 km/h) to 79 mph (127 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 213 points).
Slightly higher revs (1700 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 23.3 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 210 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 60 mph (97 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Fiat is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
The car is too heavily loaded.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 64%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 71%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 206 points.
If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.
Conclusion
Performance is fairly good.
Safe driving is possible.
It's a perfect match!
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.