1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 18 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1806 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Tipo | Ranger |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |