1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600.
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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 74 L |