1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 448 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 1100 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |