1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4016 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 84 L |
