1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 626 kg more than 1986 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Vivace | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Vivace | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2990 mm |
