1951 Austin A vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 523 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 82 L |
