1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 37 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900. 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1900 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
