1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 468 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
