1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 812 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1100 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 74 L |
