1985 Fiat Uno vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 915 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Uno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
