1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 49 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 99 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |