1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
