2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (159 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1995 Ford Ranger (305 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Stilo | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
