1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 35 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 80 L |
