1972 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 898 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 126 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 82 L |
