1996 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500, 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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ranger | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | Ranger | 500 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2310 mm |