1957 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 425 kg more than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat Campagnola | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Campagnola | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
