1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400.
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, 2007 Ford Ranger (209 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1400 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
