1981 Fiat 131 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 655 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat 131 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 131 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2990 mm |