1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 485 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 124 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
