1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1969 Ford Ranchero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 805 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1969 Ford Ranchero | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 40 | Ranchero |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 7022 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 41 L |