1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 57 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90.
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, 2011 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3193 mm |