1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 57 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 852 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |
