1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. 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 1960 Austin A 99. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
