1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 43 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1212 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
