1992 Fiat Panda vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1992 Fiat Panda. 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 1992 Fiat Panda. 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 (203 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Fiat Panda | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Panda | Ranger |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |