1952 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin-Healey Tickford | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | Tickford | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2990 mm |
