1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 2211 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat 126 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 126 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 704 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 25 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |