1946 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
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, 2008 Ford Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 16 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |