1982 Fiat 131 vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat 131 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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, 2009 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat 131 | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 131 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1367 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |