1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 495 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 90 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
