1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 631 kg more than 1954 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |