2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2004 Fiat Seicento is newer by 9 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 693 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2004 Fiat Seicento, 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 (257 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Seicento | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Seicento | Ranger |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |