1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 634 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
