1991 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 551 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (252 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Panda | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
