1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 135 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |