2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 143 kg more than 1972 Fiat 130.
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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130. 1972 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Ranger | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
