1976 Fiat 133 vs. 2004 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 952 kg more than 1976 Fiat 133. 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (251 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 133. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 133 | 2004 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3200 mm |
