1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 275 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2990 mm |
