1947 Austin 16 vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Ranger weights approximately 115 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
