2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1996 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 13 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 37 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. 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, 2009 Fiat Strada, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1996 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Strada | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
