1996 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 790 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 131 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 131 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
