1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 2281 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |