1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1995 Ford Ranger
To start off, 1995 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1995 Ford Ranger.
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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 1995 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 99 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |