1959 Austin A 95 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 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 105 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.
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, 1959 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 95 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |