1991 Fiat Tipo vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 267 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo, 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tipo | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tipo | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 74 L |
