1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 370 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
